Caleb Downs
Mentioned in 28 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Caleb Downs A safety prospect widely discussed across NFL media ahead of the 2026 draft, praised for elite intangibles, instincts, and versatility in defensive packages. After transferring from Alabama to Ohio State, he earned unanimous first-team All-American honors and the Thorpe Award, establishing himself as a consensus top-5 prospect with an exceptionally high floor. Podcasters frequently debate his draft positioning and value despite playing a non-premium position, with comparisons to being a "safest pick" in the draft class.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Cover 3 College Football · Apr 15, 2026
NFL Draft Check-In with Ryan Wilson: Burning Questions About Top Prospects, Favorite Sleepers & MORE
“Ranked #5 on big board; described as 15-range pick in deeper draft classes; consistently praised as elite prospect”
Go Birds! · Apr 13, 2026
Go Birds! 2026 Draft Preview: How high would Eagles take a safety?
“Top-ranked safety prospect in 2026 draft class, discussed as unlikely but possible trade-up target”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 13, 2026
Colin Cowherd Podcast - Rory REPEATS At The Masters, A Tradition Like No Other, Vrabel/Russini Controversy, NFL Draft Preview
“Referenced as potential draft target for teams considering defensive secondary upgrades”
First Things First · Apr 8, 2026
Lakers blown out by Thunder, Wemby doubtful vs. Trail Blazers, Nick’s Tiers, T-Law for MVP?
“Versatile defensive prospect compared to Budda Baker, projected first-round pick with positional value debate”
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Apr 2, 2026
Ranking the 2026 NFL Draft: Linebackers, Safeties and Defensive Tackles
“Top safety prospect ranked as cleanest prospect in draft with fewest negatives on report”
Pardon My Take · Mar 11, 2026
Maxx Crosby Is No Longer A Raven, Nate Tice Joins Us To Talk NFL Free Agency, World Baseball Classic, Hot Seat/Cool Throne And A Laser Tag Debate During Guys On Chicks
“Safety prospect ranked highly in draft; discussed as top-10 talent despite positional value concerns”
Brock and Salk · Mar 2, 2026
Hour 3 - What Will The Seahawks Do At Running Back, Brian Nemhauser
“Safety prospect; identified by Nemhauser as potential blue-chip player in mediocre 2024 draft class”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 Hour 2 Pat Kirwan
“Safety prospect; discussed as difficult to pass early despite positional depth”
Nightcap · Feb 27, 2026
Deebo & Joe - Part 2: Mendoza vs. Shedeur + NFL Combine REACTION, Sonny Styles is LEGIT
“Defensive prospect with projected 40-yard dash time under 4.45 seconds discussed in play/fade segment”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 27, 2026
Dolphins first, Steelers worst in leaked NFLPA report cards + Colts give Anthony Richardson permission to seek a trade (2/27 Hour 1)
“Alabama linebacker interviewed at combine; predicted teammate Sonny Stiles would have exceptional performance”
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Feb 27, 2026
Styles and Reese Shine at Combine, Latest Trade Rumors, and Dan Morgan and Dave Canales Join the Show
“Safety prospect working out Friday, claims to be best player in draft when on field”
Nightcap · Feb 27, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Ohio State’s Sonny Styles DESTROYS the NFL Combine + Aaron Glenn CAUGHT NAPPING at COMBINE + Colts GRANT Anthony Richardson to SEEK TRADE + Puka Nacua & Cooper Kupp to TRAIN in OFFSEASON
“Ohio State defensive player who tested at NFL Combine alongside Sonny Styles”
Club Shay Shay · Feb 27, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Ohio State’s Sonny Styles DESTROYS the NFL Combine + Aaron Glenn CAUGHT NAPPING at COMBINE + Colts GRANT Anthony Richardson to SEEK TRADE + Puka Nacua & Cooper Kupp to TRAIN in OFFSEASON
“Ohio State defensive prospect who performed well at Combine alongside Sonny Styles”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 26, 2026
Texas TE Jack Endries and Ohio State TE Max Klare join the show from Indy
“Ohio State defensive back; cited by Klare as elite defensive talent he competed against in practice”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 26, 2026
Ohio State S Caleb Down, Toledo S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Texas S Michael Taaffe, & Oregon S Dillon Thieneman join the show from Indy
“Ohio State safety projected as top-5 pick; unanimous first-team All-American; Thorpe Award winner; transferred from Alabama.”
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Feb 24, 2026
40s and Free Agents: NFL Scouting Combine Preview!
“Safety prospect with elite intangibles; uncertain if he'll run at combine or post freaky athletic traits”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 12, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 2 - QBs that overcame adversity, the drama between Jonathan Kuminga and the Warriors, Trent Dilfer
“Alabama to Ohio State transfer; discussed as example of high-value NIL player acquisition”
The Power Trip · Feb 12, 2026
HR. 2 - Tommy's Glory Days
“Ohio State safety prospect mentioned as potential Vikings draft target at safety position”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 11, 2026
Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's updated Top 100
“Safety prospect ranked #4 overall, high-floor player with versatility across defensive packages”
Josh Pate's College Football Show · Feb 11, 2026
Real National Title Contenders + Lincoln Riley Doubt & Hardest Schedules
“Ohio State safety and Alabama transfer analyzed as slam-dunk first-round prospect with high floor and ceiling potential”
The McShay Show · Feb 9, 2026
Mock Draft 2.0: Mendoza Trade Offers, Reese’s NFL Comp, and More Round 1 Takeaways
“Safety prospect ranked top-5, considered by Giants for leadership and accountability value”
The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
Joel Klatt’s 2026 NFL Mock Draft 1.0
“Alabama safety described as NFL All-Pro prospect and safest pick in 2026 draft class”
The Domonique Foxworth Show · Feb 4, 2026
Mailbag Madness: Must-Watch DBs, American Gladiator Pro Bowls & Multi-Sport Marvels
“Safety prospect highlighted for complex college football career transitions and draft evaluation”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Feb 3, 2026
LIVE FROM SAN FRAN! Todd McShay and Steve Young, Plus Cavs–Kings Trade & Giannis Latest
“Ohio State safety prospect ranked highly despite not being drafted, with elite instincts and reads”
The Ringer NFL Draft Show · Jan 30, 2026
2026 NFL Draft 101: DK's Top-Five Mock, This Year's Jaxson Dart, Top WRs, and the Four Loko Era
“Notre Dame safety; elite prospect despite non-premium position, called coin toss for national champions”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Jan 29, 2026
Giannis Trade Teams & Deadline Buyers/Sellers w/ Bobby Marks, Plus Unpacking CFB Portal Drama w/ Bruce Feldman
“Ohio State safety discussed as top NFL draft prospect alongside other Buckeyes defenders”
The Ringer NFL Draft Show · Jan 7, 2026
Harbaugh(!), Pete Carroll, and Stefanski Fired. Plus, DK's First 2026 Mock Draft.
“Ohio State safety prospect; DK considers him best player in draft despite positional value concerns”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Dec 19, 2025
Seahawks’ Crazy Comeback, David Pollack Previews the CFB Playoff First Round, Plus Actor Josh Duhamel!
“Discussed as elite defensive player; mentioned SEC vs. Big Ten conference strength debate”